Who could have seen this coming? A seven-time champion has decided to come back from retirement. And NASCAR legend Jeff Gordon wants to let all football fans in on this secret. But wait, this isn’t actually about football. Yes, Gordon was not talking about Tom Brady, but about the seven-time NASCAR Cup champion Jimmie Johnson!
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In a recent video shared by @NASCARONFOX on Twitter, Jeff Gordon was seen taking an intriguing approach to announce Johnson‘s return. He said,
“Hey Football fans, Jeff Gordon here. And I am here to let you in on a major secret. You know that seven-time champion that retired? A lot of you may know him as the GOAT. Well, he is coming back to Florida for one more go at it.”
His words initially seemed to be a reference to the NFL legend and seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady. However, to everyone’s surprise, Jimmie Johnson walked in beside Gordon. Confirming Gordon’s revelation, Johnson said, “That’s right. I am back, behind the wheel at the Great American Race.”
And this forced Gordon to ask something that almost everyone has in mind. He questioned, “What is it about you seven-time champions? You can’t stay retired!”
Well, that’s true. In June 2022, Brady announced his decision to come back from retirement for the second time. And now, it’s Johnson who has decided to take a U-turn from his retirement. Smiling at Gordon’s question, Johnson quoted Brady and said, “Man, I didn’t come this far to only come this far.”
NASCAR fans are happy to see Jimmie Johnson back
As soon as the video surfaced online, NASCAR fans huddled in to express their excitement. While most NASCAR fans were happy to see Jimmie Johnson back behind the wheel at Daytona, many others hoped to see the driver win a few more in this Cup Series season.
Absolutely Love this! Did anyone else watch it more than a few times over. Lmao I cant get enough."You know that saying ONE MORE TIME Never Ends Right,cause there can ALWAYS be ONE MORE TIME - ALL the Time in every thing you do it Never ends til you say it Ends!🤟🏽 #LuvUJJ4884Life
You got this Jimmie. Looking forward to seeing you in a stock car again. 💜💜💜💜
Seven-time is back!
Great to see you back JJ !! Hopping for a Great Year !! You the man and my Favorite!!
Hot dang, JJ IS BACK.
Love it!!! Go win every damn race you enter! #4884forever
Go get em champ!! #new84fanold48fan
Apart from his debut at the Daytona 500, fans are also excited about Jimmie Johnson’s decision to participate in the Chicago Street Race. It is scheduled for July 2, 2023, and Johnson will be driving for the Legacy Motor Club.
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